Monthly Archives: November 2013

Good for you Gifting with Re-Uz

06th November 2013
Before I get in to this post allow me to share a little more about the brand, Re-Uz that I’m featuring today…
In 2010 two aspiring designers sought a re-usable carrier that was stylish and not too expensive that would be a great plastic bag replacement.
Putting pen to paper they decided to design their own carriers that are not only environmentally friendly but bang on trend so that doing your bit doesn’t sacrifice any style statement. A keen eye and a lot of hard work built Re-Uz into a successful collection of Re-usable ranges.
The parent company, Josoblu Ltd which also includes sister brands momymoo and ringArose was set up and moved to the current premises in a quiet part of South West London and have since expanded into other areas of the industry. The Re-Uz range includes a wide range of bags in a variety of eye-catching prints and patterns.
Recognised by the travel industry for its practicality and versatility our bags are now stocked by airlines, museums, gift shops as well as department stores in the UK and further afield.
Having recently recieved an e-mail about the brand I decided that they’d be a perfect feature in one of my many gift ideas posts.
I know many of us (myself included) likes to give a gift that does the world some good and hese bags are perfect for that. Additionally the four I am featuring in this post all cost under £25 so
 won’t break the budget either…
Each design comes in a variety of prints making them ideal for all ages both genders. Brilliance.
The carrier bag costs £6.99 and folds away in a handy pouch.

The messenger bag costs £12.99 and can also be folded away.

The backpack costs £14.99, folds away and is my favourite style of the lot. It’d be so handy to have a backpack on hand sometimes!

The purse costs £24.99
I’m yet to decide who I’m buying these for and which print is my favourite but I might have to treat myself to a backpack…all in the name of research, of course!
(Actually, I lied…the kitty cats print is my favourite!)
Take a peek at the website, which style and print would you be wishing for?
xxx

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Tracking down the elusive LBD

06th November 2013
Every girl should own a little black dress or two. Me? I own several from classic shifts through to sequin skaters. Does that stop me wanting more? Heck no, especially when websites like blackdresses.co.uk exist.
As the same suggests, this is a website that sells only little black dresses. They cover everything from day wear to vintage style flapper dresses and there is something for all tastes (and all budgets!)
Below are just a few of my favourites.
Beaded Lace Flapper Dress- £79 (and top of my wishlist, hello gorgeous!)

Pinktuck Lace Dress- £55

Retro Bodycon Dress- £45

Sequin V Neck Dress- £33
I think the concept of the website and the site itself is brilliant- it takes all the hassle out of finding “the dress” by sorting everything in to categories. They also offer free UK delivery and returns which wins major brownie points and there is a price match promise too.
I’m smitten.
And obsessed with that flapper dress.
My life is an endless wishlist right now. I blame Twitter and blogging personally.
How many little black dresses do you own? Have any on the website caught your eye?
xxx

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Perfectly Pure

05th November 2013
Well, there’s no hiding from it any longer. Winter’s cold weather has arrived and with it the desire to wrap up in all things woolen.
As usual I’ve been having a little browse online and compiled a little wishlist from the oh so chic Pure Collection website.
I’m a scarf fiend and this pastel cashmere beauty is just begging to be worn day in and day out. Cost per wear? Practically nil. Actual cost? £59.25

Cardigans are something seriously worth investing in as far as I’m concerned. A good cashmere cardigan will last years and this soft grey boyfriend style is a classic. £134.25. 

Sparkle and cashmere in a go with anything colour? Next time I have a spare £150 I’m spending it on this! Sadly that’ll never happen but that’s why it’s a wishlist right?

I can’t resist a good dress, and this really is a good ‘un. £111.75

HELLO classical coat perfection. At £186.75 I really AM wishing here but swoon. I love it.
So, this might be one of my pricier wishlists but it’s probably also one of my most sensible ones in terms of cost per wear of items. None of these will date and will last the test of time. Pure Collection is a shop I’ll be browsing for when I have some spare pennies and want to buy some cosy classic sweaters or a really special coat.
Anything caught your eye?
xxx

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Pull my Cracker

05th November 2013

Jumper c/o George at Asda’s amazing Christmas Jumpers collection
Shorts: ASOS (ages ago)
Boots: Jeffrey Campbell at Sarenza
Yeah, ok I’m getting a bit carried away with the Christmas themed posts lately but as soon as this knit from George at Asda arrived (actually from the men’s selection, never forget the men’s department for slouchy styles) I had to post straight away.
This year they have an amazing range of Novelty Christmas Jumpers at really good prices which is vital when you’re not going to wear it more than a few times a year.
This outfit doesn’t really work, but I rediscovered these shorts at the back of a drawer and I was already wearing black tights so c’est la vie, I wasn’t going anywhere and  the whole point of this post is the jumper. Oh the jumper. Roll on December the 1st when I can officially wear it without looking toooooo much like an idiot.
Will you be rocking a festive knit?
Take inspiration from Asda
Can I justify another one this year?

Happy Bonfire night as well, any one off to a display? I’m going to indulge my inner child with some sparklers.
xxx

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Slip it On

04th November 2013

Dress c/o Fashion Union
Shoes: Bertie
Lingerie inspired clothing has been popping up everywhere the season and I’ve long been coveting a simple slip dress for evenings out (you know, because I will start going out)
This little number from Fashion Union fitted the bill perfectly, chic black with just enough detail from the gold triangles to stop it being plain.
I know some people would find a way to make this work for day time as well but I’m not sure I can. If you have any suggestions though, I’m all for giving it a shot.
I’d forgotten how much I LOVE these Bertie shoes, too. I still have sciatica and wearing them for longer than taking photos took was unthinkable but the post wouldn’t have been the same in slippers would it?
What trends are you loving this season? Fashion Union have so many hot pieces right now that I’m fighting the urge to do a total wardrobe overhaul…
Online shopping will be my downfall one day.
Happy Monday by the way
how was your weekend?
xxx

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